For a door made of pine white fir or another wood species that doesn t bleed i e gives off tinted compounds in wood called tannins go with a water based exterior paint such as behr.
Interior front door paint finish.
While you can choose any finish glossy paints are typically preferred for doors and trim because they.
For a single exterior door that has been primed you ll need approximately one quart of paint.
When it comes to the front door satin is usually a safe bet.
Browse paints available in gloss high gloss finish.
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If you do not have a glass or storm door that stands between your door and the elements you ll want to make certain you use exterior paint.
Front main entry doors.
The most common kinds of exterior door paint are acrylic resin or latex based and with a semi gloss finish.
Direct natural light can expose flaws such as dents scuffs brush and roller marks.
Dark colours in a glossy finish can be a bit garish if not suited to the home.
The best paint finish for your front door.
Interior doors are made of a harder material than walls themselves therefore protecting these surfaces better is a semi gloss gloss or high gloss paint finish where it receives the most traffic.
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Add a glossy finish to this and it ll be a hot mess.
Gloss finishes however may accentuate surface imperfections.
Be certain the label states the pail contains exterior paint not interior paint.